GIDA IDSov and AI workshop

February 25-27 in COLPOS, Mexico

Following the GIDSov Conference in 2025 which identified a growing need to develop Indigenous protocols for emerging technologies–particularly AI–to ensure they uphold the principles of IDSov, this GIDA IDSov and AI workshop addresses new challenges and opportunities arising from the rapid expansion and proliferation of AI. Hosted by COLPOS in Texcoco, Mexico.

The workshop brings together members of Te Mana Raraunga, Te Kāhui Raraunga, the Pacific Data Sovereignty Network, Mayam nayri Wingara, the United States Indigenous Data Sovereignty Network, First Nations Information Governance Centre, GIDA-Inuit, First Nations, and Metis, GIDA-Sápmi, and scholars and activists from Latin America and Africa to engage in knowledge sharing and strategic planning.

With a programme focused around seven facilitated workshops, and a final session focused on impact and implementation of key insights, the gathering will explore tangible ways Indigenous communities can navigate the changes brought through AI today.

This gathering is supported by the Catalyst fund, 11th Hour Project, and Tauhokohoko project.